Product Name	Historical uses	Category	Issued
Willow Salix alba.	Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic, febrifuge.	Single product	July 1996 Replaces: N/A

Common Names: Willow, White Willow. Parts Used: Bark. Historical Uses: Historically, Willow is a very important medicinal plant. Willow bark was once the main anti-inflammatory herbal medicine and was largely used to treat rheumatoid arthritics and muscular and gouty pains.1 It has also been used to treat stomach disorders, urinary tract ailments, respiratory catarrh, common cold and typhoid fever.1,2 In children, it has been used to treat summer intestinal disorders. It is also said to clarify blood, which could have a positive effect in the prevention of blood clots. Externally, it is occasionally employed in the treatment of skin eruption and wounds. Contraindications: None. Adverse reactions: Avoid excessive consumption. Regular use may cause constipation. Dosage: 40 drops one to three times per day. References: S. Talalaj & Dr A.S. Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects, Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1989; Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990. © 2000, Pure Herbs J.B. Ltd All right reserved 1 S.Talalaj & Dr A.S.Czechowicz, Herbal Remedies Harmful and Beneficial Effects,Hill of Content,Melbourne, 1989,p.321 2 Dr. A. B. Howard, Herbal Extracts,1990, p.183.

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